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Italian Meatball Lasagna Roll-Ups

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These Italian Meatball Lasagna Roll-Ups are a portable twist on classic lasagna, filled with meat, creamy ricotta, marinara, and mozzarella, making them perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Roll-Ups
  • 12 pieces lasagna noodles, cooked Cooked al dente
  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage Use mild or hot sausage depending on spice preference
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Plain or Italian-seasoned
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Whole-milk ricotta gives a richer texture
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Homemade or store-bought; an herby marinara works well
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Low-moisture for better melt
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 piece egg Binds the filling
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil Optional, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread about 1/2 cup of marinara over the bottom.
  2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a clean kitchen towel to cool slightly.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or Italian sausage until no pink remains. Drain excess fat, return to pan, and season with salt and pepper. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a bowl, combine the cooked meat, breadcrumbs, ricotta, egg, and half of the Parmesan. Mix until cohesive but not overly wet. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Lay a noodle flat and spread a thin layer (about 2 tablespoons) of ricotta-meat mixture down the center. Carefully roll the noodle from one short end to the other to form a roll. Repeat with remaining noodles.
  2. Place each roll seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Pour remaining marinara sauce evenly over the roll-ups.
  3. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan across the top.
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5–10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and slightly golden. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 26gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in a covered dish at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes or microwave. Freeze uncooked roll-ups for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adjusting time as needed.
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